GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

    Caution: To avoid any vehicle damage, serious personal injury or death when major components are removed from the vehicle and the vehicle is supported by a hoist, support the vehicle with jack stands at the opposite end from which the components are being removed and strap the vehicle to the hoist.

    Notice: The EVAP canister may have released carbon particles which caused this part to fail and may cause damage to other components. Check the EVAP canister for loose carbon before returning the vehicle to service.

  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

  2. Object Number: 715484  Size: SH
  3. Disconnect the electrical connector of the EVAP canister vent valve.
  4. Disconnect the vent hose from the EVAP canister vent valve (1).
  5. Remove the fastener (2) from the EVAP canister vent valve (1).
  6. Disconnect the canister hose from the EVAP canister vent valve.
  7. Remove the EVAP canister vent valve (1) from the EVAP canister bracket.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 715484  Size: SH
  1. Connect the EVAP canister hose to the EVAP canister vent valve (1).
  2. Install the EVAP canister vent valve (1) to the EVAP canister bracket.
  3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Secure the EVAP canister vent valve to the bracket with the fastener (2).
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the fastener to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  6. Connect the vent hose to the EVAP canister vent valve (1).
  7. Connect the electrical connector to the EVAP canister vent valve.
  8. Lower the vehicle.